Thread: GPS systems who uses what and why?

I'm planning to get GPS Flashcard (about $100 on ebay) and use it on the PDA and the Laptop, probably with oziexplorer (though I'll need the CE version for the PDA). Every time I nearly buy one, other expenses occur (like a gearbox [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.gif[/img] ).

I've heard they work well, but haven't heard any detail. I was given an older PDA for free, so this seems to be my most econimical solution. The PDA can also communicate with the laptop, and on it's own I can still use it for emailing etc when travelling.

So any info on the PDA solution from anyone out there would be appreciated by more than one of us.

Originally posted by sclarke
Kai,
I've PMed you.

I'll rip a copy for you.


Arrrrr Pirate Steve

Is the DiscoverAus CD restricted 3 GPS serial numbers?

I wouldn't mind one if it can be copied. When I get the newest version (Next Destination told me maybe mid this year). I'd be happy to return the favour.

Chris

I'll sling you a copy as well young man...

Hey you joining us on the long weekend for playing in the bush...
No serious stuff just a drive.

Thanks Steve,

I owe you one when I get an updated version.

Yes I'm going but don't make it just a drive.

Chris

It wont be, but it wont be damaging

Anyone using a GPS Map 276C, especially with the voice nav system.

It may be better than a PDA as I can t/f it to the boat aswell, I hear PDA's arent that keen on getting wet 8O

Glen.

Originally posted by seqfisho
Anyone using a GPS Map 276C, especially with the voice nav system.

It may be better than a PDA as I can t/f it to the boat aswell, I hear PDA's arent that keen on getting wet 8O

Glen.

I'm using the GPS Map 176C.... I wish I'd waited for the 276 as it's a slightly better unit.

IMO, I think it's a better option then a PDA based system. I went for the GPS Map as it's got a decent sized display (so you can read it while driving) but the unit is small enough for you to carry on foot.

The PC software is also quite easy to use for uploading maps, routes, etc...

I've also got the external antenna for it and it's the mutts nuts!

Mark.

Originally posted by Moses
I use a Garmin Geko 201. Not much chop for in car nav but works a treat in bushwalking situations, which is my primary use. I love it! Connects to the PC and can use the PC with Oziexplorer maps to create waypoints etc and send them to the GPS. I can recommend Johnny Appleseed GPS on Ipswich Rd. (Brisbane). Decent range, knowledgable people and keenest prices around.

Yep I bought the same thing for my folks, from the same shop.

First great service from the shop and good prices too.

Dad loves it - uses for in car nav (sort of) and bushwalking. Very handy - easy to find your way back to the car.

Also Glenn - Jason in the LR club has a gps tied to a PDA. It's a good laugh coz its probably worth the same $ as his series truck [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img]