GrayHawk613
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Looks like firmware update 3.70 is available for download for the GPSMAP 64 series. Apparently, 3-axis compass performance has been addressed:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=6805
FYI, the previous firmware update was 3.40. Not sure how they jumped from 3.40 to 3.70, but so be it!
Just ran the update here and will see how things go... glad to see the squeaky wheels getting the grease.
So does it work better?
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<<I had some issues a few months ago and realized that the metal clip on my Gizzmovest interferes with the compass sensor.>>
Funny you should mention that. I had a smaller Swiss Army knife clipped further up on the 64s's lanyard (gotta keep a tweezers handy!) and it was whacking out the compass too. It didn't take me too long to figure that out.
Interesting.
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I downloaded caches to my Nuvi 1300 by clicking one at a time on the individual cache pages.It worked for a short time and then stopped working. The caches are in the GPSR but for whatever reason they're not showing.Caches only show when I enter coordinates by hand
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Thanks guys. Yeah, I went with a second thread cause I was looking to go broader with my questioning, considering any make/model that popped up. Not trying to be impatient or pestering. I'm happy to listen to everyone's personal preferences, as they may show me facets I haven't considered. Thank you guys for sharing! Mineral2, I misspoke. I meant the antenna style of the Garmin 62, 64, or even the nub on the Delorme, as opposed to the Oregons. I forgot there were actual external antenna attachments.
One of the main points for me is getting detailed maps. If I can get 1:24K topos from DeLorme for $30 for the US, but only a section of the US for $90 from Garmin, that may seal the deal.
Keep in mind that there are lots of free maps out there.
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my research suggests that the Garmin GPSMAP 62 series does (but not the 64 series - someone confirm?) as does the GPSMAP 78 series.
Anyway, I don't think that an external antenna is really necessary these days. The on-board antennas are quite capable of receiving a signal and holding it in some tight places.
I agree.
The 64 and 62 series both support Get it? SupPORT? ha sorry,they both support MCX external antennas.
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I hope I posted this in the correct section.
I have a Magellan Explorist 310 - it suits me well until I am able to save for a different GPS.
My question is, what is the consensus on where to purchase fresh batteries and what brand? I use AA, and I have tried buying them at the checkout area of a few different busy grocery stores thinking the turnover would keep them new, nope they don't last long at all, I tried buying them at the SUPER busy (and pain in the neck) Wal-Mart....still not that long of a life. I always buy smaller packs thinking they will be newer, always check the date - not even sure if that matters. I use the GPS like most, maybe four hours at a stretch, and I put mine in suspend mode when I know I am hiking up a distance before I even get into the area....and my batteries only last me about four trips. I like to keep spares in my pack, but even then, if they are dead, they are of no use.
I have tried duracell, eveready, and energizer. I almost think energizer worked slightly longer - but I would really like to hear what many of you are using and where you are buying them.
Thanks!!
Are you using rechargeables?
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I don't think you can.
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My grandpa has told me that the gps is a Garmin GPS 12.
We started with that unit. It worked well enough for our first 100+.
A few drawbacks worth noting...
4] data field(s) are short -- that is, you are limited to five (5) or seven (7) characters for the cache name (use the cache ID#, dropping the GC as they all have that), the lat/long fields will record only to the second decimal (not to the third decimal as other units do).
Simply put, it wasn't made with geocaching in mind. It was designed before geocaching was conceived.
Well that's how all devices were when it was desinged.Even in the Idiots Guide to Geocaching 3rd edition they say that you should put the GC code because most units can't handle a long name. What a long way we've come since 2011!
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My grandpa has told me that the gps is a Garmin GPS 12.
We found our first few caches with the GPS 12 I got in 2000.
It will work, but it will be bare bones: unless he has some basic maps on there, it's going to be coordinates and either an arrow or a dot on a screen. Mine wasn't terribly accurate, either. It was, after all, designed in the days before selective availability was turned off, so I suspect it was not designed for pinpoint, or even broad brush, accuracy.
Let me put it this way, we noticed almost an exponential improvement in accuracy when we got a GPSMAP 60CSx and quit using our GPS 12.
(Still, it's better than no GPSr at all.
And probably a nuvi.
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What web browser do you use?
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...I'd forgive a traditional CM for being a micro - I can forgive any micro if the location is interesting.
Forgive? Or Absolve?
"I'd absolve a traditional CM ..."
Maybe only the Catholic CMs get absolved, while Protestant CM are forgiven.
:laughing:
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Better be on the safe side. Plus it only takes two seconds.
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No need to ease it ifthe file is the same name. It just overwrites the old one musty as if you had deleted it.
It's probably safer to delete the file.
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The only thing I can come up with is to erase all the cache data in my GPS and do a new Pocket Query. Any thoughts?
That's the only way to do it.
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But it is not recognizing my Garmin. Getting frustrated here!!
That doesn't make any sense! Check to make sure you're using the latest plug-in.
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I've never found a Night Cache.
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Try doing a PQ by attributes. Flashlight required, black light required, or reccomended at night. Just one of those, not all three at the same time.
He said it.
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It's an okay unit.It's probably better than what I've got.A nuvi!
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At first glance I thought this thread's title was VISCOUS Muggles.
I was looking forward to reading THAT!
Some muggles do have a very high viscosity, especially in regard to their brain matter, so that's not far off!
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
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Wow 9 Caches. That's pretty good Justin!
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Happy New Year Caching Everyone!! :)
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After buying and being somewhat disappointed with my Oregon 600, I bought a 64S a few weeks ago. Though I've only been caching with it a few times, it's hands-down the unit I want to take caching with me. No freeze-ups and more consistent accuracy. The 600 definitely has a better screen, but I want to find caches, not be impressed with graphics.
I found four caches today. The first was a 2-stage and the 64s got me to within 5 feet of both stages. At the next cache the 64s pretty much zeroed itself at GZ. The third cache has had trouble with scatter and the last finder posted new coords. I found the hide 12 feet away. The last find was off by five feet.
I'm pleased.
Wow. That's pretty impressive!
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If it makes a difference, the Oregon has a "nuvi" mode which emulates the interface of Garmin's automotive units for use when driving (requires a routable map for turn-by-turn directions [ OpenStreetMap is routable and free]). I do use a Nuvi in the car, but when geocaching, I'll often navigate with my Oregon to the cache since the waypoints are already loaded.
The 64 will also do turn-by-turn road navigation with a routable map, but I personally find that the Oregon is easier to use in the car. I also bring the Oregon with me on vacation instead of the nuvi.
Very helpful to know!
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No the quad-helix Does make a difference.
You say this because ... ??
I just said it.
Quote:The Oregon GPSrs rack up numbers on the odometer when still.The 64 series does the same thing but much less.
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