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Hi Guys!

 

Well it all arrived today! So far I'm in love. Here is what I've got

 

Dell Axim X5 running PPC03

Fortuna Pocket XTrack Dual Mode CF GPS Card

Mapopolis 4x Navigator Package

GPXSonar to manage GPX files on the Axim

 

I've figured out how to convert the GPX format into MLP and load it into Mapopolis. This is indeed a very nice way to manage waypoints. I'm learning how to quickly find the desired location and navigate to it.

 

The issue I can't seem to resolve though, is what to do after Mapopolis gets me close. I see the GPS screen in Mapopolis, but its missing (I think) some pretty key info. That is, distance from the location, and current accuracy.

 

Am I misunderstanding the GPS screen? If its not what I should be using, what do you use? I realize a separate GPS would work, but I really REALLY don't want to do that. Maybe there's a different application I should use?

 

If there is a different app to use, how do you transfer the coords into it?

 

Ahh I'm pumped! Thanks in advance for the help guys!

Mr. CC

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Most of us use a real GPSr so it will be tough to help you without knowing just what you are seeing on your display. Once your GPSr directs you to "ground zero" you should start looking around for the cache in its hiding place. I assume Mapopolis is your mapping program for the GPS display? Can you tweak it to display distance, bearing, heading, scale, etc.? Maybe you could include a pic so we can see what you are seeing? Good luck!

Edited by Clown Knife
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Come now Watts... what fun is that!?!

 

Ok here is a screenshot:

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This might work, but you'll probably notice that some key info is missing.

 

Oh, and FYI here is a shot of waypoints (called "Landmarks") look like:

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I forgot about a recommendation I received a while ago for a program called GPS Tuner. That definately will do the job. However, there doesn't seem to be a nice way to add the waypoint directly (without manually typing it in)

Edited by CacheCreatures
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I've found multiple caches just using Mapopolis zoomed all the way in. Not as much info, but when you're on top of the waypoint the cache is gonna be there somewheres! I even have a registered version of Cachedragon onboard and don't use it. It's just easier to leave it on Mapopolis when I get out of the truck (Bluetooth gps doesn't allow multiple progam connects). Lazy, I guess...

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Can you tweak the display to include a distance field? Then you would know how far away you are from the waypoint. If not, then you may be SOL. Have you tried the technical support staff for the software? They may have the answer you require. Otherwise, you may need to get a real GPS. Sorry. Good luck!

Edit: Why is the Range field blank? Figure that out and you may be golden.

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Clown, indeed that is the key. It is blank because the Destination field is also blank! Plug in a destination, and up comes the range value. We've now used this setup for 10 caches and have found every one. The Range field will get us as close as 7 feet. So far, that has led us right to the spot.

 

Also, now that we have a few caches under our belt with this setup, I can say that between the RhinoSkin and Aquapak, this setup seems nearly as ready for the elements as our GPS V was. Don't get me wrong, we wont be dropping it out the window flying down the street at 35mph, but it will (and has!) certainly survived a few drops and some serious water (we took it out in a huge rainstorm today with no problems!)

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