MaliBooBoo
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Just pointing out that unless you need the Inreach capabilities then you won't need the "i" version of the 67 or the 750.
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Not really. Just download and save the .img file and contours file in the Garmin folder of the GPS or microSD card. Easy peasy.
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12 hours ago, revrnd said:
I see that, now which file does a person download, Garmin or Garmin Contours? How do I remove the Ibycus map from my GPSr?
Finally, why in the world does adding maps have to be a 15 step procedure? Not all of us live & breathe computerese 24/7...
You would download both assuming you want contours. I would think you would just delete the Ibycus img file from the Garmin folder of the GPS.
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7 hours ago, capt caper said:
To the OP I saw a utube review out now on accuracy of the 67 vs the 66 and it seems to be better for sure. I run the Garmin 700 now for hiking and love the Lithium battery it uses. I bought another for a spare to carry. I tried Garmins AA adapter but found it bulky and made the unit heavier. The Lithium does a much better job all around. Carry a Lithium storage block if worried about running out with a 67.
I saw this video too but think a more apples to apples to comparison would be the 66sr vs the 67, since the 66i used for comparison in the video is not multiband. As noted in the video itself.
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9 hours ago, Atlas Cached said:
I've been using these devices for more than 6 months now. The battery life is not a lie. My eTrex SE still has the original set of Lithium AA batteries I installed when I first received it.
For the 67 how are they accomplishing this? More efficient battery? Or more efficient electronics? Or both?
dadgum, I may have to check this out though I already use a 66sr.
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Be aware that this is worth paying all the extra dollars:
- Multi-band technology and expanded GNSS support (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and IRNSS) provide optimal accuracy in steep country, urban canyons and forests with dense trees.
GPSMap 66sr. The best GPS that I have ever owned (and there has been many).
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My 750i isn't very accurate. The track often wanders all over the place. I feel that at this price point it should be at least as accurate as the multiband units. Maybe the non Inreach units don't do this?
That being said, the giant screen is a work of art when combined with a sweet map like Backroad Mapbooks (Canada). How it works with the auto mount is amazing also.
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The 66sr is the best GPS that I have ever owned, by far. And I have had many over the years. I have a 66sr and a Montana 750. For the freakishly accurate accuracy alone I would choose the 66sr hands down. The battery not being AAs is not an issue: in fact I prefer it. Plug it in to a computer, wall, or mount and it charges fast. It lasts a very long time. And as has been pointed out many times before in this forum, if/when it no longer holds a charge it will be relatively easy (6 screws) to open up the unit and replace it. I imagine it will be many years before this would be necessary.
Besides, the Montana is a brick when being considering for something like geocaching or hiking. Great for in vehicle/ATV/etc. use in a mount. I chose a 750 because I wanted City Navigator maps on board.
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On 9/24/2020 at 11:06 AM, Atlas Cached said:
AND Multi-Band! L1/L5 (GPS) and E1/E5 (Galileo).
I have been seeing one meter precision with my GPSMAP 66sr.
So the GPSMAP 66sr is more accurate than the GPSMAP 66st?
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Happily, I figured out what the issue was. Not sure why it was causing the problem, but when I pulled out the 32gb microSD card, it started with GPS locking every time. What was on it was 7 maps, 2 GGZ files, bunch of GPX files and 14.7gb worth of Birdseye files.
I wonder what about this microSD card made the Montana not want to get a lock? Weird.
In any case, I am relieved to have my GPSr back!
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I did the master reset and for a long time I thought it was even worse off: it didn't seem like it would ever lock onto satellites again. But then it did. Once. I am now trying to start it up over and over again to see if I can get it to lock. Not ideal. Having GLONASS and WAAS turned off clearly makes no difference for this unit.
Any other suggestions?
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40 minutes ago, Atlas Cached said:
A. See the troubleshooting page here.
B. What firmware version is your Montana 680 running?
C. Did you place the unit outside, away from any obstacles and/or buildings in clear view of the sky for >15 minutes?
D. What are your GPS settings? GPS? GPS+GLONASS? WAAS/EGNOS?
A. Took a look. I guess what that is telling me is to do a master reset. I will give this a try.
B. Software Version 3.3
C. While having these issues I place it in view of the sky. Previous units would have to trouble locking in much more challenging situations. I have it outside right now and will leave it there for >15 minutes but it likely won't lock if it is acting like it typically does.
D. My preference is GPS+GLONASS plus WAAS however I have changed those settings and tried to see if that was what the problem was with no success.
Thanks for your response. I appreciate the help!
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I am hoping someone can help me. Since I can't remember when my Montana refuses to acquire satellites on the first start up. On the satellite page there are many bars for satellites that show up but the number below each one just flashes and it never acquires a lock. I often have to reboot several times, sometimes by pulling the battery before finally it will acquire a lock. I have never experienced this type of behaviour in any of the many Garmin handhelds that I have had over the years so my fingers are crossed for an easy fix. Has anyone else had this happen to them and/or have any suggestions on how to fix the issue? I have tried these things:
- tried both with Glonass on and off
- WAAS on an off
- tried with alkalines rather than the rechargeable one thst it comes with
- pulled the map microSD card
None of the above has had any effect. Please help!!
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I am really happy about this, Mineral2. Looks great on Montana and eTrex! Thanks!
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On 12/12/2018 at 10:56 AM, Viajero Perdido said:
My copy of BRMB now sits under dust in one of my parked old Garmins.
Judging the product by basing it on a version that existed many moons ago isn't likely fair. BRMB has updated their maps year after year since you likely tried it out and have made many improvements in the meantime. Saying it is worthy of sitting under dust likely isn't fair unless you have tried out Version 8, or at least a version that isn't several years old. It would surprise me if they haven't incorporated OSM, the Alberta maps, NW Trails etc. And the things are a work of art to top it off.
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The best Garmin maps for Canada are the Backroad Mapbooks GPS Maps imo. Pricey, but worth every penny.
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They are both good units in their own ways. You should also check out the soon to be released GPSmap 66.
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6 hours ago, Red90 said:
Like what? There are always a few minor things, but 95% of the features are the same. I'll pretty much guarantee, 99% of the code is the same with a few variations.
- multi-GNSS
-free Birdseye
-16gb memory
- MIL STD 810G ruggedness for thermal, shock and water performance
- RINEX Logging: yes
- 1 week in expedition mode
- compatible with night vision goggles
The Oregon can come with a camera, currently a 66 cannot.
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52 minutes ago, Cheminer Will said:
Thanks! So with the ST if you wanted to load a different topo map, you could turn off the topo map that comes with the ST.
Yes, you would be able to turn the preloaded map off.
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1 hour ago, alandb said:
What makes you think this? When I try to access my Birdseye subscription for my Oregon 550 it shows as expired (in 2015). I can find no way to reactivate it ... paid or free.
Edit: It just occurred to me that I am still running Basecamp 4.6.2. Maybe the free Birdseye requires 4.7?
Straight from the info on the 66, one of its major selling points:
"Access to BirdsEye Satellite Imagery with direct-to-device downloads and no annual subscription"
I doubt it'll be free on your 550 though. I'm afraid you'll have to buy the 66 in order to get free Birdseye.
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Birdseye seems to be free and not requiring a subscription now.
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On 06/02/2018 at 0:47 PM, Mineral2 said:
You can also copy the preloaded base map from your 450t to a new Oregon and it'll work just fine).
In my experience the topo map file from a "t" unit will not be recognized by a non "t" unit.
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Surprisingly minimal update. Still shocking to me that Garmin couldn't be bothered to add GGZ to the 20x/30x.
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I would probably buy it if it had maps. Without maps I am not sure what purpose it would serve to me.