[OSM-newbies] looking for a good introductory GPS unit

Andrew Errington a.errington at lancaster.ac.uk
Thu May 5 13:27:02 BST 2011


On Mon, 02 May 2011 11:28:31 Andrew Salzberg wrote:
> Thanks for the replies!
>
> I'm really just looking for a data logger - maps and color screen would
> just be a bonus - and I'd be happy not to pay for them if possible.

I love my Garmin Geko 201.  It's quite old now, but might still be available.  
It uses 2 AAA batteries and needs a serial connector (Google Pfranc for cheap 
cables, and use a USB->RS232 adapter).

I use Eneloop rechargeables and they last for a couple of days if the unit is 
left on.  It's small, accuracy is great for OSM, and logging capacity is 
plenty.

Oh, and it's waterproof and it floats.

Andrew



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