+jkibbe Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 I have my first GPSr coming in the mail in a few days. I was wondering if people tend to peel off the protective sheet that will likely be on the screen for that nice, shiny look, or leave it on to prevent scratches. I'm borrowing a yellow eTrex that still has it on; that's why I'm asking. It seems to offer some level of protection, though it might look nice without it. I hope this wasn't too dumb of a question... Quote
+mattt Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 I have used a PDA screen protector on my GPSr. I bought some that were larger and then cut them to size. This may be what you are seeing on that GPSr. Quote
+shawhh Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 yep, took it off as soon as i got it. my 47 yr old eyes can see the detail a lot clearer through the screen with the original protective cover off. just be careful not to drop the gpsr though. -harry Quote
+sledgehampster Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 I have used a PDA screen protector on my GPSr. I bought some that were larger and then cut them to size. This may be what you are seeing on that GPSr. Heed Mattt's advice. Protect your investment. Quote
+jkibbe Posted October 2, 2004 Author Posted October 2, 2004 I have used a PDA screen protector on my GPSr. I bought some that were larger and then cut them to size. This may be what you are seeing on that GPSr. Thanks for the advice & info! Maybe that's what I'm seeing, or maybe it similar stuff either way... Quote
+Renegade Knight Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 I have used a PDA screen protector on my GPSr. I bought some that were larger and then cut them to size. This may be what you are seeing on that GPSr. Ditto: I put one on my GPS V. After a year and a half it's time to replace it. They last a lot longer than they do on a PDA. Quote
+Anonymous' Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 Mine's off, the problem is that it has a few little scratches. Quote
+Team Snoopy Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 I had planned on leaving mine on to help prevent little scratches until I got the carrying case. But DH got to it first and took it off, wouldn't stick back on. Quote
+1stimestar Posted October 2, 2004 Posted October 2, 2004 Leave it on until it starts peeling off the edges then take it off. It will protect it for a while. Be warned though, if you hand it to a friend, tell them to leave it alone. For some reason people think it is ok just to take this off of someone elses gear, like the owner didn't think to do that. Can you tell I am a bit bitter?... Quote
+Kai Team Posted October 3, 2004 Posted October 3, 2004 (edited) I use a protector on my PDA, but in that case you're constantly raking the screen with the stylus (or whatever else may be handy!). I took the shipping protector off my GPSr right away and didn't put anything on the screen - no problems with scratches in 18 months. I put the GPSr in a belt holster when I'm not holding it, and use the wrist strap when I am holding it, to avoid dropping it. Maybe I'm just lucky, but I prefer having maximum visibility and I don't think it will get scratched unless you're careless with it. Edited October 3, 2004 by Kai Team Quote
+Thot Posted October 3, 2004 Posted October 3, 2004 I like going bare. Me too. My experience is that these plastic (Lexan) screens (on GPSs, digital cameras, etc) are fairly scratch resistant and usually any scratches they get don't present a problem seeing them. Also, buy the time they get very scratched up the thing will be obsolete anyway. If I got one I'd get the kind that clings by static electricity rather than one that uses an adhesive. Just my opinions. Quote
+fly46 Posted October 3, 2004 Posted October 3, 2004 I have my first GPSr coming in the mail in a few days. I was wondering if people tend to peel off the protective sheet that will likely be on the screen for that nice, shiny look, or leave it on to prevent scratches. I'm borrowing a yellow eTrex that still has it on; that's why I'm asking. It seems to offer some level of protection, though it might look nice without it. I hope this wasn't too dumb of a question... My yellow eTrex came with a screen cover that had a screen image printed on it - thus it had to be taken off. Chances are that the one that you're using has a PDA protector on it. Quote
+GreyingJay Posted October 3, 2004 Posted October 3, 2004 I like going bare. Yes, but I think they were asking about your GPS unit. (oh boy, we all saw that one coming.. I'm just the only one dumb enough to take the bait ) Quote
+RatFace Posted October 4, 2004 Posted October 4, 2004 I had to take mine off because it was telling me that I was somewhere at sea near Pebble Beach. Quote
+briansnat Posted October 5, 2004 Posted October 5, 2004 After scratching my screen badly, I started using the PDA screen protectors, cut to size. They work great and last a long time. I've since purchased the case for my eTrex and it has its own, built in screen protector. Quote
+Birdsong-n-Bud Posted October 5, 2004 Posted October 5, 2004 I'm glad to have found this thread, I wish mine had come with a screen protector, and I didn't know you could buy them. After 2 weeks with my new GPSr, it got pretty scratched up from a single drop. I'm going to get one of the PDF screens; thanks for making us aware that these can be bought and cut down to size. Quote
thorin Posted October 5, 2004 Posted October 5, 2004 I have used a PDA screen protector on my GPSr. I bought some that were larger and then cut them to size. This may be what you are seeing on that GPSr. What he said. Plus I use them on my DigiCam's screen. Thorin Quote
+Delta-S Posted October 5, 2004 Posted October 5, 2004 I used to cover my unit with plastic, but not any more! Quote
+jkibbe Posted October 5, 2004 Author Posted October 5, 2004 I used to cover my unit with plastic, but not any more! Why not??? Quote
+Rogue_monkey Posted October 5, 2004 Posted October 5, 2004 I leave mine on as long as I can and when they fall off I put a custom cut PDA screen protector on. Quote
+Night Stalker Posted October 8, 2004 Posted October 8, 2004 I am sorry that I can't remember the name of the company, but there is an internet company out there that will sell custom fit screen protectors for any GPS. They are cheaper than the PDA screen protectors that you buy and have to cut down. I didn't protect my Magellan SporTrak Pro until I had a scratch on the screen, so when I purchased my new 60CS I ordered screen protectors at the same time. I may be a little slow, but I do learn. ( all right no comments) Quote
+GeoRoo Posted October 9, 2004 Posted October 9, 2004 I"d like to know who that is. I've been very carefull with my 60cs and it already has some minor scratches. If you geocache enough you will eventually scratch it. I know I'm pushing my luck. I dropped it face down the other day in some rocks and just about screamed. I thought for sure it was going to have a nice big scratch but it didn't. They are pretty tough, but only so far. I want to get mine covered before it's too late. Quote
umwo0t Posted October 9, 2004 Posted October 9, 2004 Hey I too have my gps comeing in a few days. Bought the yellow etrex from bestbuy.com for 49.99. How resistant to the "elements" are they i.e. water mositure ect. Peace Ted Quote
Blue Contrails Posted October 9, 2004 Posted October 9, 2004 I use a PDA screen protector cut to size and then put the GPSr in one of Gilsson's cases. Quote
+dzdiver Posted October 11, 2004 Posted October 11, 2004 One company that sells custom fit screen protectors is: www.screenguardz.com The protectors are held in place using static electricity and work well. I have been using the protectors on my Garmin 72 and 76C for over a month now. They seem to hold up very well. Quote
+fly46 Posted October 11, 2004 Posted October 11, 2004 Hey I too have my gps comeing in a few days. Bought the yellow etrex from bestbuy.com for 49.99. How resistant to the "elements" are they i.e. water mositure ect. Peace Ted Quite a few of us use the Yellow. They're just as good as any other eTrex. All of them are waterproof. Quote
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