[OSM-talk] Recommended GPS for logs for OSM *and* for vehicle - is there such a beast?
Chris G
cl at isbd.net
Wed Aug 27 11:51:06 BST 2008
On Wed, Aug 27, 2008 at 03:23:50AM -0700, Alex S. wrote:
> Chris G wrote:
> > I'm after a GPS system which I can use to provide data for OSM maps
> > and as a 'normal' GPS system to tell me where to go when I'm on my
> > motorbike. Is there anything which can provide both facilities or
> > should I give up and buy two separate devices?
> [..]
> > A receiver which can link up with a PDA might make sense as I need a
> > new PDA anyway.
>
> I use a TomTom One for routing (using their app) and logging (via
> Event_Logger, taking data from the raw NMEA stream). Their "Rider" is a
> bit expensive, but it's designed for motorcycle use.
>
> Anything Unix-based will enable you to capture the raw stream from the
> gps for OSM tracklogging before sending it to the routing app. The
> Nokia N810 is one such, as are the TomToms.
>
OK, thanks for the information, I need to go and do some more research
now I think.
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Chris Green
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