[OSM-talk] Recommendations for a new GPS Device?

[Stanislav Brabec]

Kai Krueger wrote:
> Given that the Garmin eTrex Legend supporters seem to be the most
> vocal group, I would like to chime in and try and uphold the benefits
> of a simple GPS bluetooth receiver instead. ;-)

Or buy a simple GPS data logger with BlueTooth connection. For
collecting of GPS traces, you don't need to turn your PDA/PC on, for
navigation you have to do. You can put it to the best signal place,
keeping your PDA/PC/phone in your bag or pocket.

They:
- are cheap (<$150)
- have long battery life (up to 40 hours of continuous tracking)
- have POI button
- are not waterproof
- can log typically ~100000 points

Optional features of some devices:
- audio notes for POI
- motion sensor to save battery when inactive
- navigation and logging at once (e. g. Qstarz BT-Q1000 can not,
  BT-Q1000P can).
- high frequency logging (e. g. 5Hz)
- define NMEA words to log (position, altitude, heading, expected
  accuracy, satellite positions).

I have Qstarz BT-Q1000P, but you can find more similar devices.


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Stanislav Brabec
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